1974 Citroen CX vs. 1960 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1974 Citroen CX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 715 kg more than 1960 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Lancia Appia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Citroen CX (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1960 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | CX | Appia |
Year Released | 1974 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 37 L |